Absolutely. We support family reunification visa applications, including for spouses, children, and dependents of your international employees.

Most work visas include a path to residency in Spain. After working and residing legally, employees can apply for a residency permit, and eventually for permanent residency in Spain.

While the NIE is essential in Spain for most financial and legal activities, having a NIE alone does not grant the right to work. You typically need an additional work permit or residency visa alongside your NIE to be employed legally. NIE work is contingent on proper authorization.

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To get a NIE, you typically need to apply at a Spanish consulate in your home country or an immigration office in Spain. Required documents include a valid passport, purpose for the NIE (like a job offer), and application forms. 

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The NIE (Número de Identificación de Extranjero) is a unique identification number for foreigners in Spain, essential for administrative and legal activities like opening a bank account or signing contracts.

The NIE does not expire. Current regulations state that the NIE certificate does not have an expiration date and is valid indefinitely. However, associated documents such as the TIE (Tarjeta de Identidad de Extranjero), which proves residency status, do expire and must be renewed periodically based on the type of residence permit granted.

The NIE (Número de Identificación de Extranjero) does not expire.
However, the TIE (Tarjeta de Identidad de Extranjero), does expire and processing times for the renewal can range from 30 to 40 days.

The NIE (Número de Identificación de Extranjero) does not expire. It is a permanent and unique identification number assigned to foreigners in Spain and remains valid for life.

No, the NIE is permanent and does not expire.

EU citizens can work in Spain with just an NIE as they do not need a TIE or additional work permits. Non-EU employees need a TIE and a valid work permit to work legally in Spain, besides an NIE.

No, employees must apply in the region where they will be residing or conducting business.

No, processing times vary by region. For example, Mallorca processes NIEs in one to two hours, while other regions may take weeks or months.

No, some regions allow walk-ins, while others (like Barcelona) require online appointments.

In some regions, faster processing may be available for urgent cases. Employers should contact the local office to ask about options.